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More than 1,700 voices were filmed in various churches across Spain to create the anthem, "Alza la Mirada" ("Look up"), for Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to Spain.

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Gran Canaria, Barcelona, Cataluyna, Granollers, Spain

Who
Pope Leo XIV, Pere Paredes Izer
What
More than 1,700 voices were filmed in various churches across Spain to create the anthem, "Alza la Mirada" ("Look up"), for Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to Spain.
When
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:27:38 GMT · 2h 59m ago
Where
Gran Canaria, Barcelona, Cataluyna, Granollers, Spain ·
Why
The anthem, "Alza la Mirada," was specifically created for Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Journey to Spain and carried messages of unity and faith.
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The anthem for Pope Leo XIV's visit to Spain, featuring over 1,700 voices and recorded in iconic locations like the Sagrada Familia, highlighted themes of unity and faith, with its lyrics being sung in both Spanish and Catalan to resonate with local identity. This musical initiative aimed to deliver the Pope's message to a broad audience, promoting a shared spiritual experience beyond political or cultural differences.

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